Well, there we have it - a whole boat load of answers were just delivered in the Errol Mathis case, as part of detective series Criminal Record's penultimate episode.

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The seventh episode, which is now available to stream on Apple TV+, acted mostly as a flashback, filling in the gaps of just what happened when Hegarty led the initial murder investigation all those years ago.

Now there's just one more to be released, which will see the outcome of the cat and mouse game which has been playing out between the central characters, brought to life by Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo.

It's been a twisting, turning run across the seven episodes we've seen, as the two have attempted to outwit each other, with Lenker trying to get to the truth and Hegarty trying to protect his legacy.

But when can viewers expect the series to continue, and for the eighth and final episode to arrive on Apple TV+? Read on for everything you need to know about the release schedule for Criminal Record.

When is Criminal Record episode 8 out on Apple TV+?

Cush Jumbo as June Lenker in Criminal Record sitting in a white shirt, looking concerned
Cush Jumbo as June Lenker in Criminal Record. Apple TV+

The first two episodes of Criminal Record were released at once on Wednesday 10th January, with episodes 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 following in the weeks after. But when will episode 8 be released?

Well, it turns out fans won't have to wait long, with the eighth and final episode coming to Apple TV+ exactly one week after the seventh, on Wednesday 21st February.

From episode 3 onwards, the season switched to a weekly release, with each episode arriving on its own one week after the last.

Criminal Record release schedule

Peter Capaldi as Detective Chief Inspector Daniel Hegarty in Criminal Record standing in a dimly-lit street looking concerned
Peter Capaldi as Detective Chief Inspector Daniel Hegarty in Criminal Record. Apple TV+

If you're looking for the full release schedule for Criminal Record, then look no further – you can find a full list of the release dates for each of the eight episodes below.

The season will run from 10th January to 21st February 2024, with the episodes releasing as follows:

  • Episode 1 – Emergency Caller – Wednesday 10th January 2024 (out now)
  • Episode 2 – Two Calls – Wednesday 10th January 2024 (out now)
  • Episode 3 – Kid in the Park – Wednesday 17th January 2024 (out now)
  • Episode 4 – Protected – Wednesday 24th January 2024 (out now)
  • Episode 5 – Possession with Intent – Wednesday 31st January 2024 (out now)
  • Episode 6 – Beehive – Wednesday 7th February 2024 (out now)
  • Episode 7 – The Sixty-Twos – Wednesday 14th February 2024 (out now)
  • Episode 8 – Carla – Wednesday 21st February 2024

Criminal Record release time

Each new episode of Criminal Record will arrive on Apple TV+ at midnight Pacific Time, meaning those in the UK can watch the episodes from 8am GMT.

What is Criminal Record about?

Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo in Criminal Record in shadows
Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo in Criminal Record. Apple TV+

The official synopsis for Criminal Record says: "From BAFTA Award nominee Paul Rutman (Vera, Indian Summers), Criminal Record is a powerful new London crime thriller starring Academy Award winner Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo.

"An anonymous phone call draws two brilliant detectives into a confrontation over an old murder case — one a young woman in the early stages of her career, the other a well-connected man determined to protect his legacy.

"The series touches on issues of race, institutional failure and the quest to find common ground in a polarised Britain."

Criminal Record trailer

You can watch the full trailer for Criminal Record right here:

Criminal Record will continue on Wednesday 21st February on Apple TV+. Sign up to Apple TV+ now.

Check out more of our Drama coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to see what's on tonight.

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James HibbsDrama Writer

James Hibbs is a Drama Writer for Radio Times, covering programmes across both streaming platforms and linear channels. He previously worked in PR, first for a B2B agency and subsequently for international TV production company Fremantle. He possesses a BA in English and Theatre Studies and an NCTJ Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.

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